Join the World's Top Legal Talent Network

Join one of the world's most renowned global banks and trusted brand with over 200 years of continuously evolving financial services worldwide. Will be responsible for providing support to the comprehensive in-house IP legal team. You will work alongside some of the smartest minds in the industry who are excited to share their knowledge and to learn from you.

Contract Duration: 6+ Months Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 3+ years of prior experience focusing on trademark prosecution, docketing and portfolio management.
• Proficiency in trademark laws both in and outside the U.S.
• Comfortable using trademark docketing platforms, knowledge management systems and Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast paced and high-volume practice, prioritize competing demands, and problem solve creatively.

What You Will Be Doing

• Prepare, coordinate and file trademark application, maintenance, and related forms at the USPTO.
• Instruct, manage, and work closely with local counsel and vendors on filing trademark application, maintenance, and related forms outside the U.S.
• Handle all other aspects of domestic and international trademark prosecution and portfolio management, including preparing various trademark filings including specimens and supporting documents, updating trademark office records, tracking and managing docket deadlines and routine business partner reporting.
• Communicate directly with local counsel regarding filings, status updates and developments, deadlines, inquiries and action items.
• Create and maintain various charts and reports.
• Coordinate and report watch notices, monitor third party filings and investigate potential enforcement targets.
• Provide support for IP aspects of transactions, including supporting due diligence efforts, preparing agreement schedules and recording chain of title updates.
• Ensure integrity of data in docket and files, and maintain records in an organized manner.
• Assist with special projects and take on additional IP related responsibilities as requested.